KG 2 Lead and Class Teacher

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced at least 2 years “KG 2 lead with Teaching” .This position is for an expatriate with a passion for early childhood education.

Department: Partnership Schools
Line Manager: Vice Principal

Primary Purpose of Job: The duties outlined in this job description are in addition to those covered by the teacher job description. To have overall responsibility for maximising learning opportunities for all students within the Grade. To have a positive impact on student wellbeing. To have a positive impact on whole school development through the delivery of high-quality outcomes for all students.

Key Relationships: Principal, Vice Principal, Senior Leadership Team, School staff, students, parents, and Taaleem Partnership Team

Key Responsibilities:

Vision, Mission and Education Strategy

• Articulate a vision for outstanding student learning and gain the commitment of all team members to the delivery of this vision
• Set a clear direction for the Grade that leads to continuous improvement and promotes high quality outcomes for all students
• Support the development of policies and practices leading to high quality outcomes for all students.
• Think creatively and imaginatively to anticipate and solve problems and identify opportunities
• Contribute to effective school self-evaluation and improvement planning

 Operational Leadership

• Set clear expectations and establish constructive working relationships with colleagues at all levels
• Facilitate collaborative work that dovetails and supports the whole school vision and development, and its commitment to raising standards
•  Provide professional leadership in terms of curriculum development, classroom instruction, and teacher development in order to deliver consistently high standards of education.
  
• Support the induction of new teachers
•  Foster a sense of 'team spirit' through a culture of recognition and praise. Support cover teachers to enable them to perform at the expected standardCommunicate effectively, orally and in writing
•  When required, chair meetings effectively, and make presentations to parents, colleagues and to Taaleem
• Judge when to consult with others and when to defer to a senior colleague Undertake any professional duties that may reasonably be delegated by the Principal

Position Requirements:
Education: Relevant university degree(s) and teaching qualification

Experience:

• Recent outstanding performance and teaching experience
• Strong curriculum knowledge and experience and UAE National Agenda priorities and culture
• Experience of providing pastoral care to students

Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills and command of the English language, in spoken and written form
• A collaborative team-player with excellent personal skills
• A flexible leader capable of instilling high standards